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November 2020

The latest issue of PBO features offshore single-handed sailing tips for dreamers and DIYers plus stories of seamanship and practical ideas for boats of all sizes on any budget. Get all the info you need on fitting LED interior lighting or how to spot crevice corrosion on your anchor fittings – before it's too late and read all about the founding father of weather forecasting Robert FitzRoy.

Practical Boat Owner

Practical Boat Owner

Building a tent for the PBO project boat

Quick gas leak check

Measure twice… cut once!

Tie your own bowline

Never start a journey on the first Monday in April

Stay safe on the water

Shifting a castellated nut

November 2020

How to: change a marine diesel water impeller

How to: troubleshoot your marine diesel fuel system

10 of the best Youtube boat restorations